Orma Toscana Red 2016

Orma Toscana 2016 is a complex and powerful Tuscan red wine, made from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, offering an intense aromatic profile and an elegant structure, perfect for pairing with meat dishes or aged cheeses.

Composition and origin

Grape varieties: 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc
Region: Tuscany, central Italy, IGT Toscana designation
Wine type: Tuscan red wine
Alcohol content: approximately 15%
Contains sulfites

Description and aromatic profile

Appearance: Deep purple-red with violet highlights
Nose: Rich bouquet of intense forest fruits (blackberry, blueberry), spices, notes of tobacco, cocoa, leather, and woody nuances (vanilla, oak)
Palate: Smooth, velvety, with a balance between sweet ripe fruits and spices, well-integrated tannins
Secondary notes: Balsamic, plum, smoky flavors, licorice, pepper, wild herbs
Finish: Long, balanced between tannic power and aromatic freshness

Technical characteristics and pairings

Body: Full, powerful, and structured
Temperament: Modernity incarnate, an "oak monster" wine (pronounced oak), but balanced
Food pairings: Ideal with grilled or sauced red meats, game, aged cheeses, rich Mediterranean dishes, spicy cuisine
Aging potential: Can be enjoyed young but improves with 5 to 10 years of aging according to critics
Serving suggestion: Decant at least 1 hour before tasting to integrate its aromas and soften the tannins.

Reviews and ratings

Average critic rating: approximately 92.5/100 on CellarTracker (32 ratings)
Expert description: a luxuriously crafted wine, powerful yet pleasant, with a beautiful aromatic expression and well-integrated tannins
The wine is often described as a Bordeaux-style blend but with the typical character of Tuscany.

Summary

Orma Toscana 2016 is a premium Italian red wine, with a blend predominantly made of Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, from Tuscany. It features a dark ruby color, an intense nose of black fruits, spices, and woody notes, as well as a rich and velvety palate, pleasantly balanced between power and finesse. Its modern profile, notable use of oak, and aging potential make it an excellent option for lovers of complex and structured red wines.